Kabaddi, a sport dating back 4000 years, is thought to have originated in Tamil Nadu. Unlike modern sports, it doesn't require any equipment to play.
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Kho-Kho
Kho-kho dates back to the 4th century BC, possibly referenced in the Mahabharata. An ancient version called "Rathera" was played on chariots.
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Gilli danda
Gilli danda dates back to 2500 years during the Maurya Dynasty. Some believe that sports like cricket, baseball, and softball might have drawn inspiration from this amateur sport.
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Kith-kith
Kith-kith, similar to Hopscotch, traces back to prehistoric India around 600-500 BCE. It's called chirpi, tokkudu billa, ekka dukka, or khane across different states.
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Kite flying
The earliest records of kitesin ancient Indian literaturecan be found in the writings of a thirteenth-century poet named Namadeva. Kites also find mention in the Ramayana and the Vedas.